My doctor purchases fillers from Mareli Medical so he can charge less, but are they legitimate?

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A friend of mine is a doctor and said you can only get voluma from Allergan. However, I had a consultation done for a chin augmentation with Voluma (I didn't get the syringe), and somehow it came up in the conversation that the doctor can charge less because he orders from a place called Mareli Medical (He only charges $700/syringe, as opposed to the usual $900+ in NYC). I just wanted to ask if anyone has heard of this and if they are legitimate. The doctor seems incredibly well qualified.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Juvederm Voluma XC is the first facial filler to be approved by the FDA for the non-surgical treatment of the cheeks. If you hear of an offer that is too good to be true, it probably is. Always consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon that has an experienced injector team with patient testimonials and patient before/after photos.
Best wishes,

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Though they may use the original product created by Allergan it is not legal to use fillers obtained internationally.  Unless your injector can prove to you the location and product material is valid I would not advocate receiving treatment.  Hope this helps.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

You should research whether the source of the product is an authorized distributor for Allergan's products in the USA, so that the FDA guidelines are followed.

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

Personally, I wouldn't trust any filler that doesn't come from the manufacturer. Nor would I put my faith in a doctor who buys his filler from anywhere else. This is your face. It's not worth the risk to save a few bucks.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question mghazi11. Voluma is a filler used to enhance the appearance of the face. Voluma is manufactured by Allergan. We only use products directly from the manufacturer. There have been many stories of problems with fillers that are obtained from third parties. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations.  Good luck!

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